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Mind Spark #28 - The First 20 Words Matter: Unlocking Secrets to a Powerful Introduction
Inspired by Rebecca Okamoto’s TEDx Talk “ How to introduce yourself—and get hired ” Have you ever frozen up when someone asks during an interview or a social event, "Tell me about yourself?" It's okay to feel nervous and ramble. Even people with lots of experience can find this question hard. Rebecca Okamoto, a communication expert, found that how you introduce yourself can matter even more than your resume. Okamoto shares that early in her career, she tried to impress interv
Shujian Zhang
Oct 143 min read


Mind Spark # 25 - 3 Shifts to Boost Your Spontaneous Speaking
Have you ever been caught off guard in a meeting, during a Q&A session, or even in a casual conversation, unsure of what to say? Speaking on the spot is something we all face, yet few of us actively practice. I recently tuned into Matt Abrahams’ Think Faster, Talk Smarter podcast (Episode #229: Rethinks—How to Speak Successfully When You’re Put on the Spot ). It got me thinking about how small mindset shifts can make a big difference when we’re under pressure to respond. Her
Shujian Zhang
Sep 242 min read


Mind Spark #15 - Redefining Mentorship in the Digital Age
Reflecting on a speaker’s powerful mentorship journey " Not all mentors have faces or titles; some guide us quietly through their words...
Shujian Zhang
Jun 82 min read
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